physiotherapist
Lead advanced physiotherapy care in a major tertiary hospital
Autonomy, leadership and clinical excellence in complex care
Work with multidisciplinary teams at Western Sydney’s flagship hospital
Manage complex caseloads, lead clinical excellence and build high‑quality physiotherapy services in a fast‑paced tertiary hospital.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Physiotherapist Level 3
Remuneration: $116,892.00 - $120,680.00 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Westmead Hospital
Where you'll be working
Westmead Hospital is one of Australia’s leading teaching and research hospitals, providing world‑class care to a diverse and growing community within Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD).
You’ll join a dynamic and collaborative Physiotherapy Department that values professionalism, innovation and continuous improvement.
A high‑acuity tertiary referral hospital with state‑wide services
Strong culture of learning, teaching and research
Supportive, multidisciplinary team environment
Commitment to patient‑centred, evidence‑based care
Located in Western Sydney with excellent transport links
What you'll be doing
In this senior physiotherapy role, you will operate with a high level of clinical autonomy while contributing to service leadership and development at the facility level.
Deliver advanced physiotherapy assessment and treatment to patients with complex needs
Apply expert clinical reasoning while managing competing priorities in a high‑volume environment
Lead and contribute to quality improvement, service evaluation and clinical governance initiatives
Supervise, mentor and support junior physiotherapists and students on clinical placement
Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, patients and carers to optimise outcomes
Ready to make a difference?
Bring your leadership, expertise and passion for high‑quality patient care to Western Sydney LHD.
Join NSW Health and be part of a workforce where your skills are valued, your growth is supported and your work truly matters.
How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.
Essential Requirements
Tertiary qualifications in Physiotherapy
Current General Physiotherapy Registration under AHPRA.
Selection Criteria
Significant clinical experience in Physiotherapy, with experience in
Demonstrated experience in clinical supervision and teaching of staff and students.
Demonstrated experience in the development of clinical physiotherapy policies and procedures and/or guidelines.
Demonstrated effective written & verbal communication skills and ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
Effective time management skills.
Demonstrated commitment to professional development and knowledge of Quality Improvement & Evidenced Based Practice.
Demonstrated experience in staff supervision and teaching and clinical supervision and teaching of undergraduate/graduate entry level students.
Requisition ID: REQ646428
Applications Close: 15th April 2026
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For inquiries about the role, contact Jin Zhang on Jin.Zhang@invalidemail.com
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ .
Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability.
Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
